Many years ago,
the last living Apostle, John, wrote how he wanted his friends—fellow believers
in Christ—to be healthy.Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper
and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth (3 John, verse 2).

Can you envision blessing your
friends like this? “Hey Ralph, I wish you were as healthy as your soul.” Imagine Ralph’s reaction.

At the end of the sermon, the
pastor pronounces the benediction, Beloved,
I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even
as thy soul prospereth.

How’s your soul prospering? Are you caring for your soul as much as you care for your
body and mind? Are you growing as a Christian? Are you a prospering Christian?
Is your soul maturing? Are you ministering to others?

The Bible says people naturally take care of themselves. We have a survival instinct. We do for ourselves first,
usually. For no man ever yet hated his
own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it (Ephesians 5:29a).

Wear the armor of God—the girdle
of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the boots of the preparation of the
gospel of peace, the shield of faith, and the helmet of salvation and the sword
of the spirit, which is the word of God (Ephesians 6:13-17)

Resist the devil with the Word
of God. (Luke 4:4, 8, 10-12; Ephesians 6:17; James 4:7)

Hi and welcome to In the Way! I explore many subjects, striving always to present them from a biblical viewpoint. Feel free to browse the tabs at the top for general categories. If you don't see what you're looking for, use the search button below. I'm a pastor's wife, mother of two, grandma, teacher, author, and blogger. I live in a quaint little village in the beautiful Basque region of northern Spain.

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Lou Ann is a young-thinking grandma with an infectious laugh. She rejoices in nature and other beautiful things--including people! She's an avid writer and practices several other artistic expressions, like singing when no one's listening, calligraphy, photography, and even "serious art." Lou Ann loves her Lord Jesus Christ, family, and her church.